Atty. Erik Deweese Black

Atty. Erik Deweese Black

Erik Deweese Black is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, corporate and business, real estate law and 3 other areas of law. Erik received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1974, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Erik Deweese Black at a glance

Erik Deweese Black is a Member based in Santa Barbara, California, practicing at Black and Black. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1981) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1982). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1981) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Santa Barbara County and Santa Ynez Valley Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Erik Deweese Black is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, corporate and business, real estate law and 3 other areas of law
  • Erik received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1974, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Erik practices at Black and Black in Santa Barbara, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Erik Deweese Black's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Erik Deweese Black handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Erik Deweese Black is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Erik Deweese Black is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Erik Deweese Black is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Erik Deweese Black is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Santa Barbara are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Erik Deweese Black

Where is Erik Deweese Black's law office located?
Erik Deweese Black's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. The firm is Black and Black. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Erik Deweese Black handle?
Erik Deweese Black focuses on car accidents, personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Erik Deweese Black practiced law?
Erik Deweese Black has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Erik Deweese Black go to law school?
Erik Deweese Black earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Erik Deweese Black for a consultation?
You can contact Erik Deweese Black directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Erik Deweese Black received?
Erik Deweese Black's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University
- 1981
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1974

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1982

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